Aaron Donald hints at potential return to Rams in 2026 season
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:45 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Speculation is mounting regarding a possible return of former Los Angeles Rams defensive superstar Aaron Donald. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter discussed the growing possibility of Donald coming out of retirement for the upcoming season, noting that while no official announcement has been made, the conversation indicates it could be feasible. Donald, 35, has remained in excellent shape and has been actively sharing his workouts on social media. He is seen as a significant addition that could elevate the Rams' competitiveness next season, particularly following the recent trade for Myles Garrett. The situation is expected to develop further over the coming weeks.
- •Aaron Donald may come out of retirement for the Rams.
- •Adam Schefter suggests the discussion indicates real potential for return.
- •Donald has maintained his fitness through regular workouts.
- •Recent trade for Myles Garrett adds complexity to the situation.
- •Expect developments on Donald's status in July.
- 3:45 AMYahoo Sports — Adam Schefter gives important ‘more likely than not’ update on Aaron Donald’s unretirement
- 12:27 AMYahoo Sports — Wild Adam Schefter prediction fuels Aaron Donald NFL comeback buzz
- 6:52 PMYahoo Sports — Adam Schefter suggests Aaron Donald comeback is more likely than not
- 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — New Aaron Donald update fuels speculation about potential Rams reunion
"Adam Schefter has pushed the Aaron Donald comeback talk from offseason fantasy into something the Los Angeles Rams now have to be taken seriously on. Donald remains retired, and nobody around the situation is treating his return as finished business.
"NFL insider Adam Schefter breaks down the possibility of former Los Angeles Rams superstar Aaron Donald coming out of retirement for a potential return this upcoming season.
"ESPN's Adam Schefter got Los Angeles Rams fans buzzing with what he said about a potential Aaron Donald NFL comeback.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 3:45 AMAdam Schefter gives important ‘more likely than not’ update on Aaron Donald’s unretirement
Adam Schefter has pushed the Aaron Donald comeback talk from offseason fantasy into something the Los Angeles Rams now have to be taken seriously on. Donald remains retired, and nobody around the situation is treating his return as finished business.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 12:27 AMWild Adam Schefter prediction fuels Aaron Donald NFL comeback buzz
ESPN's Adam Schefter got Los Angeles Rams fans buzzing with what he said about a potential Aaron Donald NFL comeback.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 6:52 PMAdam Schefter suggests Aaron Donald comeback is more likely than not
ESPN's Adam Schefter is a believer when it comes to Aaron Donald coming out of retirement.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 5:33 PMNew Aaron Donald update fuels speculation about potential Rams reunion
NFL insider Adam Schefter breaks down the possibility of former Los Angeles Rams superstar Aaron Donald coming out of retirement for a potential return this upcoming season.
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